Safety, Service and Operational Excellence

Pursuing What's Possible

The Union Pacific team is focused on Safety, Service and Operational Excellence in pursuit of growth.

Safety

Our goal is to be the safest railroad in North America. Union Pacific strives to be the best at safety for our employees, the communities we serve and the customers we support.

group of employees stand in front of Go Home Safe banner
Union pacific's 8568 locomotive on track

Service

We work closely with our customers to deliver the service we sold, and we are focused on providing a quality and consistent service product. Our Service Performance Index measures current service against historic delivery. 

Operational Excellence

To achieve operational excellence, we spend resources wisely, with a buffer for the unexpected, and drive decision making to those closest to the work. 
 

  • Asset utilization drives decision making to those closest to the work.
  • Cost control means spending resources wisely, with a buffer for the unexpected.
  • People is about engaging our teams and stakeholders.
Men working on a track
Locomotive with cargo

Growth

We invest $10 million a day in infrastructure, technology and network expansion. Business development is a priority, and we're setting the stage for future growth by maintaining a pipeline of over 200 construction projects.

Who We Are

Our Values

Passion for Performance

Passion, determination and expertise drive our safety, customer experience and financial results.

High Ethical Standards

Our reputation will always be a source of pride for our employees and a bond with our customers, shareholders and communities.

Work as a Team

We work together and create an environment where all people can be their best, personally and professionally, to improve the company’s decision making, problem solving, and strategic thinking, which translates into a competitive advantage with bottom-line results.

Union Pacific is Pursuing What's Possible

Union Pacific’s core foundation – Safety, Service and Operational Excellence – is driving a culture that acknowledges our heritage and the feats of yesterday while pursuing the possibility of tomorrow.